Cross-Cultural Blog

I was very interested to see the photos of the topographical diversity in Egypt. Living in California I feel like we too have a lot of different aspects of nature (snow, redwoods, deserts, beaches) that seems like they should be thousands of miles apart from each other rather than hundreds or even tens. We also have palm trees!

I think it is so easy to overlook the natural beauty of our surroundings. These photos confirm my image of egypt as a magificent lanscape. Here in the US there is also a lot of dramatic beauty. Many people stop thinking about foreign countries as areas of land, with character and beauty and instead think just of politics or history.
One way to save this earth would be to get each person every day to simply stop and appreciate their surroundings.

The last picture sums up most of the geographic features found on the Earth. It is breath taking. The river feeds the lush vegetation, and the desert and mountains in the background simply contrast the oasis in the front. I am originally from Memphis, Tennessee. The Mississippi River just flowed to the west of me. I am disappointed to say that most of the natural beauty is gone. Instead of trees, houses and industries have replaced much of the plant life on either side of the river.
The water is no longer a crisp, azure color; ugly barges crisscross the river.

What a breathtaking country! The contrast between the harshness of the desert and the lushness of the oases and riverbanks is so incredible and so unlike anything I have ever seen before: I am from the northeast corner of the United States, where there is a lot of green forest that covers everything in the summer and heaps of white snow that cover everything in the winter! The sensation of dry heat almost radiates off the screen; I feel like I could look at these pictures on a cold February morning in New England and almost get warmer and sunnier by association.

Thought it makes perfect intellectual sense, I never fully realized just how diverse Egypt is until I read this. Truthfully, the impression of Egypt I've held for most of my life is the one I learned all the way back in grade school: a desert expanse with several great pyramids and a thin ribbon of river. Of course I learned the Nile brought life to its banks, but I didn't actually understand its beauty until I saw your fourth picture. I'm curious what an Egyptian's typical concept of America's natural environment might be – what four images best capture the U.S. for you?

What gorgeous pictures! The diversity and beauty of Egyptian landscapes is truly awe-inspiring. It's true- California and Egypt are connected by topographical diversity, but what interests me more is that this beauty and variety of scenery seems reflective of the wide variety of cultures, religions, and world views that both California and Egypt host. I hope that through our cross-cultural interactions we can help others discover and appreciate both the beauty in our natural surroundings and in our cultural diversity.

This was the most fascinating blog I read because (as you may have guessed) most Americns know nothing about what your region looks like. Most would just assume it is barren desert with the occassional oasis because of the way Egypt appears in television and the movies. Thank you for showing us that your home consists of a multitude of biomes and dramatic landscapes.

That's beautiful. You are especially lucky to live in a region so steeped in history and culture; we are such a young country, while you essentially dwell in the cradle of life! I mean, isn't yours the region where settled humanity emerged? The land just pulsates with stories--biblical, historical, and even current ones-- and that is a really great thing to be surrounded by. Lucky you.

Wow, and to think that I always believed Egypt had nothing to offer but sand and the pyramids! A land full of bountiful opportunities to experience diversity in the environment and these opportunities are located in a place always praised for their historical tombs. These pictures also have a different type of beauty to them; an almost peaceful aura is emitted from them. It's just relaxin to look at them and be thankful we still have places like these where nature is at its best.

I loved reading your blog and seeing the photos that I believe help dispel the belief held by many Americans that Egypt and Africa in general have little geographical and environmental diversity. Your photographs are completely stunning and absolutely prove the beauty of Egypt and also the virtue in and necessity to protect it, especially in light of its cultural significance as you described it. You live in a truly beautiful part of this world.

I never realized how much diversity Egypt's environment had. The images you have captured are breathtaking and it gives me another reason to want to visit Egypt for I thought Egypt was all about history and the pyramids (and sand). The rich biodiversity all in one place is a rare phenomenon and I hope efforts are being taken to preserve these wonderful ecosystems. If you claim that the pictures don't capture the full effect, then I am dying to see these wondrous landscapes up close and personal. Hopefully this will be in the near future.

First thing that comes up in my mind about Egypt were deserts and pyramids.
These pictures broke me out of the prejudice. I wish I could visit Egypt and see with my naked eyes the stunning views in these pictures.

Although i live in Egypt, i have never realised that there are such beautiful and amazing places in my country. I live in Cairo and i have never visited an oasis or desert,but, after seeing these pictures, i have decided to go and see such superb places. I am really proud to live in Egypt.

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